Many businesses experience fluctuations in sales, with highs and lows that can be particularly challenging for ecommerce sellers. Surviving lean times, planning inventory, and managing operating expenses require careful consideration. The process can be overwhelming and stressful. That’s why having a solid cash strategy year-round is crucial. To navigate the ups and downs, three elements […]
This past week I had the opportunity to visit with 30 hard-working ecommerce sellers at an Amazon Seller Retreat. I had a blast reviewing their accounting books and giving them suggestions. One question that came up several times was “Do I need Inventory Lab and Quickbooks or Xero?” It’s an easy answer – Yes! Let’s […]
We’re counting down on this year’s calendar, so it’s time to get your accounting records in order. The “tax time” clock starts ticking on January 1 with a couple of deadlines hitting on January 31. Here’s what you can be doing now to prepare your records so you don’t feel quite so rushed after the […]
Are you having cash flow issues? Do you come up short of cash when you reorder inventory? It’s human nature to look at our bank balance and make a judgement about our financial health. When you use a single checking account for all your business expenses, the funds you are counting on to replenish your inventory are mingled with all […]
When you are trying to determine your product costs, it is often confusing about what to include and where it goes in your financial records. Let’s break this down.
Are you looking for ways to save time and money in processing and analyzing your inventory? At bookskeep, many of our clients are utilizing a third-party listing service called InventoryLab. This online software allows you to scan the item into the software, print and attach the individual label, and sort the item into the correct […]
As with many accounting questions the answer is, “that depends…” Here’s the scoop.
